Hi there, I'm new to this forum, so am not sure if this is the right place to post this request. I'm trying to fix a Pioneer DV-S6D DVD player that is not powering on, but has that annoying blinking stand-by light symptom. I checked out the pcbs, and the problem seems to be with the PSU PCB (PSU Assy VWR1316).

I did some DMM tests as follows:
- main fuse and microfuses (P211 & P611) are intact and not blown - not sure about R711 (supposed to be a microfuse as well?)
- Ceramic Cap C151 appears slightly toasted, so I will desolder and test out of circuit (not done...

Re: New Members - please post your introductions here

Hi there,

I'm new to this forum, but found this site to be immensely helpful with
all the various info on caps and such, so I also wanted to join the community.
I'm still a newbie at electronics repair, but have a great interest, so hope
I can pick up some new knowledge and skills.

Thanks!